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$560,900$320 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $309,328 on Nov 18, 2011

159 MERLOT DR

STEPHENSON, VA 22656
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,753 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2011
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$561K
$531K low$591K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$309,328 · Nov 18, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,556 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$482,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$108,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$374,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$482,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$482,300

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyFREDERICK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2021
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 175 ft²Porch · 33 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Redbud Run Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Millbrook High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
James Wood Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22656These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,395
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.521 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,333
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,464
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

159 Merlot Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 76% of homes in Frederick County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Stephenson 22656
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Stephenson 22656
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Frederick County

What homes are worth in Stephenson 22656

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$255K$758K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Stephenson 22656.

How it measures up in Stephenson 22656

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Stephenson 22656.

Estimated value$560,900
CheaperTypical $493,048Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$320
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,753 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,953 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built2011
OlderTypical 2016Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 159 Merlot Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStephenson 22656Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$560,90067% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32093% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,753 ft²39% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac73% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than201133% of homes77% of homes

About 159 Merlot Dr

How much is 159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA is $560,900 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $530,999 to $590,801. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA last sell?

159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA last sold on Nov 18, 2011 for $309,328, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA?

159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,753 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA built?

159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA was built in 2011, making it 15 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA?

159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA is assigned to Redbud Run Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Millbrook High School (high), rated C; James Wood Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA compare to other homes in Stephenson 22656?

Among the 2,291 homes in Stephenson 22656, it is worth more than 67% of them ($560,900 against a typical $493,048), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($320 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,753 ft² against a typical 1,953 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (2011 against a typical 2016). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 76% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 159 Merlot Dr, Stephenson, VA was $2,556. The county assessed it at $482,300.

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